Rotel RDV-1050 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

RDV-1050

DVD Player

RDV-1050 DVD Player

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment gene rates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to moisture or water. Do not allow foreign objects to get into the enclosure. If the unit is exposed to moisture, or a foreign object gets into the enclosure, immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall. Take the unit to a qualified service person for inspection and necessary repairs.

Read all the instructions before connecting or operating the component. Keep this manual so you can refer to these safety instructions.

Heed all warnings and safety information in these instructions and on the product itself. Follow all operating instructions.

Clean the enclosure only with a dry cloth or a vacuum cleaner. Do not use benzene, thinner or other organic solvents and disinfectants. These may cause deformation or discoloring.

You must allow a minimum of 10 cm (46 inches) of unobstructed clearance around the unit. Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that could block the ventilation slots. If the component is placed in a bookcase or cabinet, there must be ventilation of the cabinet to allow proper cooling.

Keep the component away from radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any other appliance that produces heat.

The unit must be connected to a power supply only of the type and voltage specified on the rear panel of the unit.

Connect the component to the power outlet only with the supplied power supply cable or an exact equivalent. Do not modify the supplied cable in any way. Do not attempt to defeat grounding and/or polarization provisions. Do not use extension cords.

The main plug of the power cordset is a disconnect device of the apparatus. In order to completely disconnect the apparatus from the supply mains, the main plug of the power cordset should be unplugged from the mains outlet. The stand-by LED indicator will not be lit up to show the power cord is unplugged.

Do not route the power cord where it will be crushed, pinched, bent at severe angles, exposed to heat, or damaged in any way. Pay particular attention to the power cord at the plug and where it exits the back of the unit.

The power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet if the unit is to be left unused for a long period of time.

Immediately stop using the component and have it inspected and/or serviced by a qualified service agency if:

• The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.

• Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit.

• The unit has been exposed to rain.

• The unit shows signs of improper operation

• The unit has been dropped or damaged in any way Place the unit on a fixed, level surface strong enough to support its

weight. Do not place it on a moveable cart that could tip over.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. DANGER: Visible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or bypassed. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the player; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fires, etc.:

1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.

2. Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

3. Do not touch the power cord or plug with wet hands.

RDV-1050 DVD Player

Figure 1: RR-DV96 Remote Control

TV/DVD switch

Switches the RDV-1050 between TV control mode and the DVD player control mode.

OPEN/CLOSE button

Opens and closes the disc tray.

Repeat button

Switches the RDV-1050 among “no repeat” mode, “repeat 1” mode and to “repeat all” mode.

Numeric buttons

In DVD/CD mode use these to select a title or track number, to enter a time for the Time search. In TV mode they are used to select a TV channel.

SUBTITLE button

Used to activate the on-screen subtitle selection display and to turn the subtitle on or off (for DVD VIDEO).

ANGLE button

Changes camera angles during playback of a DVD VIDEO disc containing multiple camera angles.

PAGE button

Lets you select from the available still pictures when playing an DVD AUDIO disc.

TITLE/GROUP button

Used to select a Title when playing a DVD VIDEO disc, and to select a Group when playing a DVD AUDIO disc.

Skips back a chapter, title or track. Also used for the page selection of a menu screen (for DVD VIDEO/ Video CD). Holding down this button during playback rapidly scans to earlier scenes.

Stops playback. Also used to erase all the programmed tracks for the program play.

During playback lets you reverse disc play at 1.5 to 60 times normal speed. When disc play is paused press to reverse disc play at 1/2 to 1/32 normal speed.

Press to display a menu to select specific scenes on a disc.

When in TV mode press to reduce volume. When in DVD mode press to select an item from a menu or on-screen display, or to change the setting of an item in the on-screen display.

When in TV mode press to go to a lower channel. When in DVD mode press to select an item from a menu or on-screen display, or to change the setting of an item in the on-screen display.

Displays the DVD set-up menu. Is also used when selecting parental lock settings

Point this toward the remote sensor on the front panel when pressing buttons.

Press to turn the RDV-1050 or your TV on or off (standby).

/PREVIOUS button

■ (STOP)/CLEAR button

17 18

/SLOW – button

TOP MENU button

VOLUME –/CURSOR  Button

CHANNEL –/CURSOR  Button

CHOICE button

Infrared signal output window

DVD POWER button TV POWER button

TV / DVD switch

PAL/NTSC button

OPEN/CLOSE button

REPEAT button

Numeric buttons

SUBTITLE button

ANGLE button

PAGE button

TITLE / GROUP button

/ PREVIOUS button

(STOP) / CLEAR button

/ SLOW – button

TOP MENU button

VOLUME – / CURSOR button

CHANNEL – / CURSOR button

CHOICE button

RETURN button

Returns to the previous menu (for SVCD/Video CD).

DIMMER button

Adjusts the brightness or turns off the display.

VSS button

Turn on/off the simulated Virtual Surround Sound system.

+10/MUTING button

Used when selecting or programming numbered tracks or scenes above 10. Also used to mute the TV sound.

TV/VIDEO/CANCEL button

Used to switch inputs when controlling the TV. Used to remove selected items when setting up programmed track play. Also used when setting up the RR-DV96 to control the TV.

AUDIO/fs/RATE button

Press and release to select various audio options during disc play. Press and hold for a few seconds to select the sampling frequency and bit length.

ZOOM button

When viewing video discs allows the image on the screen to be enlarged from 1.8 to 64 times normal size.

VFP/PROG SCAN button

Press and release to select the VFP function which sets video play properties. Press and hold for a few seconds to select progressive or interlace scan output. (With U.S. version the Video Signal Selector switch

must be set to Remote to use this function. See

the Audio/Video Connections section.)

/NEXT button

Skips forward a chapter, title or track. Holding down this button during playback advances playback rapidly.

Infrared signal output window

DVD POWER button

TV POWER button

RETURN button

DIMMER button

VSS button

+10 / MUTING button

TV/VIDEO / CANCEL button

AUDIO / fs/RATE button

ZOOM button

VFP / PROG SCAN button

/ NEXT button

(PAUSE) button

(PLAY)/ SELECT button

/ SLOW + button

MENU button

CHANNEL + / CURSOR button

VOLUME + / CURSOR button

ON SCREEN button

ENTER button

II (PAUSE) button

Pauses playback.

 (PLAY)/SELECT button

Starts playback. SELECT function is not used.

/SLOW button

During playback lets you advance disc play at 1.5 to 60 times normal speed. When disc play is paused press to advance disc play at 1/2 to 1/32 normal speed.

MENU button

Displays various menus that let you select items from the disc.

CHANNEL +/CURSOR  Button

When in TV mode press to go to a higher channel. When in DVD mode press to select an item from a menu or on-screen display, or to change the setting

of an item in the on-screen display.

VOLUME +/CURSOR  Button

When in TV mode press to increase volume. When in DVD mode press to select an item from a menu or on-screen display, or to change the setting of an item in the on-screen display.

ON SCREEN Button

Displays various menus on the screen that let you select control and programing functions.

ENTER button

Press to accept various selections such as channels selected with the numeric buttons or in some programming steps.

PAL/NTSC button

European Version Only. Select a PAL or NTSC output signal when the Video Signal Selector switch is set to REMOTE.

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Group

or Title

Track or Chapter

Hour Minute Second

Figure 2: Front Panel Controls

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 128

STANDBY button

Turns the unit on or off (standby).

STANDBY indicator

This indicator is always lit when the power cord is connected.

PROGRESSIVE indicator

Lights when the Progressive Scan feature has been activated for use with HDTV monitors. The indicator lights in RED for Video source and GREEN for Film source.

DVD AUDIO indicator

Lights when a DVD Audio disc is playing.

Figure 3: Display Window

Audio Format indicators

Disc indicator

Disc tray

Used to load discs.

Display Window

Shows various indicators and information about the operation of the RDV-1050

Remote sensor

Receives the signal from the remote control unit.

 (PLAY) button

Starts playback. Also, used as a SELECT button for PBC of Video CDs.

OPN/CLS (OPEN/CLOSE) button

Opens and closes the disc tray.

A B

C D E F

■ (STOP) button

Stops playback. Also used to erase all programmed tracks for the program play.

II (PAUSE) button

Pauses playback.

(SKIP) buttons

Used to skip a chapter, title or track. Also used for the page selection of a menu screen (for DVD Video/Video CD). Holding down

during playback re-

verses or advances playback rapidly.

Group/Title/Track/Chapter indicators

Repeat Mode indicator

Program/Random indicators

Total Time/Remaining Time indicators

NTSC Video indicator (European version

only)

(Play)/

(Pause) indicators

Resume indicator

Multi-information window

or Title

Group

Track or Chapter

Hour Minute Second

Figure 4: Rear Panel Connections

PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES

21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J IN EFFECT AT DATE

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U.S.

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European Version

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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

AUDIO OUT

LEFT

RIGHT

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

AUDIO OUT

LEFT

RIGHT

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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos.4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only.

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", MLP Lossless" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright 1992 - 1998 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.

VIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT

VIDEO

COMPONENT

PCM/STREAM

S-VIDEOFRONTREAR

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DVD/AUDIO PLAYER

MODEL NO. RDV-1050

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", MLP Lossless" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos.4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only.

VIDEO

PCM/STREAM

S-VIDEOFRONTREAR

VIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT

COMPONENT

RPB

Manufacured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762, and other world-wide patents issued and pendin trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved

DVD/CD PLAYE

MODEL NO. RDV-105

POWERCONSUMPTION : 16

AUDIO/VIDEO OUT

. "DTS" is a registered

EXT REM

VIDEO SIGNAL

SELECTOR

REMOTE

NTSC

PAL

VIDEO SIGNAL

SELECTOR

REMOTE

RGB/COMP

Y/C

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INTL

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NTSC

PAL

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Audio ANALOG OUTPUT jacks

5.1 analog audio outputs.

DIGITAL OUT – COAXIAL jack

DIGITAL OUT – OPTICAL jack

Provide digital output signals. The output you use (Optical or Coaxial) must be set in the “Preference” on-screen menu.

COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT jack

Outputs a composite video signal.

S VIDEO OUTPUT jack

Outputs an S-video signal.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT jacks

Outputs component video signals.

External Remote Input

(“Ext Rem In”)

This feature is useful when the unit is installed in a cabinet and the front panel IR sensor is blocked.

AC power cord receptacle

For the power cord connected to the wall outlet.

US Version

Video Signal Selector

Changes the output signal between Interlaced and Progressive scanning or allows the setting to be changes with the RR-DV96 remote.

NTSC/PAL Output Selector

European Version

NTSC/PAL Output Selector

Changes the output signal between PAL and NTSC or allows the setting to be changed with the RR-DV96 remote.

RGB/Composite – Y/C Selector

Selects the appropriate type of signal when the SCART connector is used and the NTSC/PAL OUTPUT Selector switch to PAL.

SCART Output Connector

Allows for easy one connector hook-up to TVs that have SCART inputs.

is set

Selects NTSC and PAL output signals.

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About Rotel

A family whose passionate interest in music led them to manufacture high fidelity components of uncompromising quality founded Rotel over 40 years ago. Through the years that passion has remained undiminished and the family goal of providing exceptional value for audiophiles and music lovers regardless of their budget, is shared by all Rotel employees.

The engineers work as a close team, listening to, and fine tuning each new product until it reaches their exacting musical standards. They are free to choose components from around the world in order to make that product the best they can. You are likely to find capacitors from the United Kingdom and Germany, semi conductors from Japan or the United States, while toroidal power transformers are manufactured in Rotel’s own factory.

Rotel’s reputation for excellence has been earned through hundreds of good reviews and awards from the most respected reviewers in the industry, who listen to music every day. Their comments keep the company true to its goal - the pursuit of equipment that is musical, reliable and affordable.

All of us at Rotel, thank you for buying this product and hope it will bring you many hours of enjoyment.

About This Manual

Throughout this manual the controls and components of the RDV-1050 are identified with numbers and letters in dark gray circles and squares.

Numbers in circles such as on the RR-DV96 remote control. (To help you remember this think of “round equals remote”.)

Numbers in squares such as on the front and rear panel of the unit.

Letters in squares such as in the front panel display window.

In the operation section of the manual some function descriptions apply only to certain kinds of discs. The types of discs to which the information applies are indicated with symbols such

identify items

About the RDV-1050

Thank you for purchasing the Rotel RDV-1050. It will provide years of enjoyment when used in a high-quality home theater system.

The RDV-1050 is one of the most flexible components you can add to your audio/video system. In addition to DVD Video discs, the RDV-1050 can play Video and audio CD discs recorded in a variety of formats. It provides a full range of operating features and control functions.

Angle function*

You can select a desired angle from multiple camera angles recorded on the DVD disc.

Zoom function

You can view scenes close-up.

Parental lock*

You can restrict the playback of DVD discs with scenes which you do not want your child to see, such as adult or violent films.

Video Fine Processor (VFP) controls

You can adjust many video image characteristics to suit the type of program being played or personal preferences.

High quality digital sound

You can enjoy high quality sound with Dolby Digital or Linear-PCM, MPEG Multichannel or DTS (Digital Theater Systems).

Surround function*

The unit is compatible with Dolby Digital surround and DTS surround.

5.1 Outputs

Supplies multi-channel analog signals to audio systems that have 5.1 channel inputs.

3D Phonic (VSS) function

You can enjoy surround sound with your 2channel system.

Multi-language subtitles and sound*

You can select a subtitle or sound language from those recorded on the DVD disc.

Multi-disc playback

The RDV-1050 can play Audio CDs and Video CDs as well DVD Video and Audio discs.

On-screen display

User-friendly on-screen displays allow you to operate the unit easily.

* Functions only with DVD discs.

Precautions

Please read this manual carefully, particularly the Caution information on page 2. In addition to basic installation and operating instructions this manual provides valuable information on various system configurations as well as general information that will help you get the most from your system. Please contact your authorized Rotel dealer for answers to any questions you might have. In addition, all of us at Rotel welcome your questions and comments.

Save the RDV-1050 shipping carton and all enclosed packing material for future use. Shipping or moving the RDV-1050 in anything other than the original packing material may result in severe damage.

Be sure to keep the original sales receipt. It is your best record of the date of purchase, which you will need in the event warranty service is ever required.

Placement

Place the RDV-1050 on a surface that is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold (between 5˚C and 35˚C, 41˚F and 95˚F). Do not place the unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight. Avoid locations that are dusty. Do not place the unit too close to the television set. Do not place the RDV-1050 where it will be exposed to vibrations, such as near a subwoofer. To ensure proper ventilation observe the minimum clearance specifications listed in the safety information on page 2.

Audio/Video Connections

NOTE: Do not plug in the power cable until all audio/video signal connections are complete. Do not change any audio/video cable connections until the RDV-1050 has been unplugged from the power outlet.

Carefully read the instructions supplied with the components you are going to connect to the RDV-1050 to be sure they are compatible. If you have questions, contact your authorized Rotel dealer.

NOTE: Connect VIDEO OUT of the unit directly to the video input of your TV. Connecting VIDEO OUT to a TV via a VCR may result in unacceptable video quality because many discs are copy-protected.

Composite Input TV Connection

White

Red

Connect the COMPOSITE VIDEO output to the composite video input of your TV. Connect the ANALOG AUDIO

outputs to the audio inputs of your TV. A cable for these connections is supplied.

If your TV has a single monaural audio input instead of a pair of stereo inputs, you need to use a “Y” cable adapter to connect the two output channels of the RDV-1050 to the single input.

You can improve the sound quality of the system by connecting the audio outputs to a separate hi-fi audio system. (See the following section.)

S-Video Input TV Connection

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

AUDIO OUT

LEFT

RIGHT

Red

COAXIAL

PCM/STREAM

OPTICAL

Yellow

White

Audio/video cable

VIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT

VIDEO

S-VIDEOFRONTREAR

S-video cable

COMPONENT

Yellow

Red

RPB

White

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

RIGHT

AUDIO

LEFT

English

If your TV has an S-video input, you should connect it to the S-VIDEO

output of RDV-1050 using an S-video cable. This will produce better picture quality.

Component Input TV Connection

If your TV has component video signal input jacks you will get better video performance by using the COMPONENT VIDEO put jacks of the RDV-1050. The required cable is not provided. Be sure to connect the “Y” output to the “Y” input, “P input, and the “P

B” output to the “PB”

R” output to the “PR” input.

NOTES: The component signal inputs on some TV’s have BNC type connectors. (BNC connectors are coaxial connectors that have keyed locking collars.) In such instances adapters or a special cable may be needed.

A Progressive Scanning signal can be produced with both PAL (576p) and NTSC (480p) outputs depending on the setting of the Video Output Selector switches.

European Version Note: When Progressive Scanning is used with a PAL output signal, set the Video Signal Selector Switch

to REMOTE.

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NOTE: See the Video Signal Selector Switches section for information on setting the switch for the various types of connections.

Blue

White

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

Red

AUDIO OUT

LEFT

RIGHT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

PCM/STREAM

Green

VIDEO

S-VIDEOFRONTREAR

VIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT

COMPONENT

Red

RPB

Component video cable

Blue

S-video cable

Green

Red

Audio Cable

Red

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

RIGHT

LEFT

AUDIO

YPBP

White

NOTE: See the Video Signal Selector Switches section for information on setting the switch for the various types of connections.

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White

Red

White

Red

Connecting to Audio Equipment with a Digital Input

You can enhance the sound quality by connecting the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUT COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT RDV-1050 to the digital input of an amplifier, DAT or MD by using an optional digital cable. The digital stereo audio signal from a disc is directly transferred. If you connect the unit to a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder or an amplifier with built-in decoder by using an optional digital cable, you can enjoy high-quality surround sound.

When you make the digital connection, also make the analog connection, because, depending on the disc type, no audio may be reproduced from the DIGITAL OUTPUT.

With the digital connection, the Preference menu settings for COMPRESSION and DOWN MIX are disabled. Settings for these items must be made from the decoder.

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT DIGITAL SIGNAL CONNECTION:

The Digital Audio Output setting in the Audio Preferences on screen display must be properly set for the type of output being used when using an optical or coaxial digital signal connection. If this preference setting is not done correctly, loud noise may be generated which can damage the speakers. Before using the RDV-1050 with a digital signal connection be sure the proper type of Digital Audio Output has been selected. See the Audio Menu information in the Preferences Setting section of this manual.

of the

Optical Connection

White

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

Red

Audio Cable

Coaxial Connection

White

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

Red

Audio Cable

AUDIO OUT

LEFT

RIGHT

LEFT

RIGHT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

VIDEO

PCM/STREAM

S-VIDEOFRONTREAR

Optical Digital Cable

Red

White

VIDEO

PCM/STREAM

S-VIDEOFRONTREAR

Coaxial Digital Cable

Red

White

VIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT

COMPONENT

RPB

Digital equipment

RIGHT

AUDIO

LEFT

VIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT

COMPONENT

RPB

Digital equipment

RIGHT

AUDIO

LEFT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

COAXIAL

Connecting to an Audio Amplifier or Receiver

You will get better sound quality if you connect the audio outputs of the RDV-1050 to a high quality amplifier or receiver and use component loudspeakers, rather than those built into the television.

You can connect the front left and right AUDIO OUTPUTS high level input (such as AUX, DVD, CD, etc.) of an amplifier or receiver.

The RDV-1050 also has rear channel left and right outputs and outputs for a center channel and a subwoofer. If your receiver, amplifier or surround processor has 5.1 channel inputs, you can connect these to the outputs of the RDV-1050.

of the RDV-1050 to any

Audio Connection

AUDIO OUT

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

LEFT

RIGHT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

PCM/STREAM

VIDEO

S-VIDEOFRONTREAR

VIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT

COMPONENT

RPB

Amplifier or Receiver

Red White Red White

RIGHT

FRONT

LEFT

RIGHT

REAR

LEFT

White

Red

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

English

Using the SCART Connector

If you have the European version of the RDV-1050 and your TV has a SCART connector you can use a SCART cable for stereo audio and video connections. See the following section for information on setting the Video Signal Selector Switches.

NOTE: The SCART connector cannot output a progressive scan signal.

Video Signal Selector Switches

US Version

NTSC/PAL Output Signal

Selector Switch

Set to NTSC for television sets in North America. Set to PAL for television sets in Europe.

Remote/PSCN/INTL Output

Signal Selector Switch

Set this switch to "INTL" (Interlace Scan mode) for normal TV. Set it to "PSCN" (Progressive Scan mode) for HDTV. The Progressive Scan mode produces a picture with less flicker than the Interlaced Scan mode. If you want to select the scanning mode with the RR-DV96 remote control, set the switch to REMOTE.

NOTES: The setting of this switch should be changed only when the RDV-1050 is in Stop mode or when no disc is loaded.

Some progressive scan TV sets and HDTV sets are not fully compatible with the RDV-1050.

To change the Interlace/Progressive scanning setting with the RR-DV96 the RDV-1050 must be turned on. Then press and hold PROG/VFP

button

NOTE: The Progressive setting can be used with NTSC (North American) and PAL (European) TV sets, but only when connected via the Component Video outputs.

for a few seconds.

European Version

Remote/NTSC/PAL Output

Signal Selector Switch

Set this switch to PAL or NTSC to match the other components of your system. If you want select the scanning mode with the RR-DV96 remote control, set the switch to REMOTE.

NOTES: The setting of this switch should be changed only when the RDV-1050 is in Stop mode or when no disc is loaded. When the NTSC mode is selected the NTSC

indicator shows in the display window.

To select the PAL/NTSC setting with the RR-DV96 the RDV-1050 must be turned on.

Then press and hold PAL/NTSC button a few seconds.

for

RGB/COMP – Y/C Selector

Switch

This switch is used to select the video output signal when you use the SCART connector to connect the RDV-1050 to the TV. If your TV has an RGB or Composite input, set the switch to the RGB/COMP position. If your TV has S-Video inputs, set the switch to the Y/C position.

NOTES: When the SCART connector is used set the Video Output Selector switch

to the PAL position

When you want a Progressive Scan output signal set the Video Output Selector switch to the Remote position and use the Component Video outputs .

Connecting the Power Cord

AC Input

Your RDV-1050 is configured at the factory for the proper AC line voltage in the country where you purchased it (USA: 115 volts/60Hz AC or CE: 230 volts/50Hz AC). The AC line configuration is noted on a decal on the back of your unit.

After all the audio/video connections have been made, plug the supplied power cord into the AC INPUT receptacle on the back of the unit. Then insert the power plug into an AC wall outlet. The STANDBY indicator lights and setup is complete. Note that a small amount of power (2 watts) is always used while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.

Observe the following precautions:

• Do not connect or disconnect the power cord with wet hands.

• Disconnect the power cord if you are not going to use the unit for a long time.

• When unplugging the player from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.

• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the unit.

• Disconnect the power cord before moving the unit.

• Do not damage, alter, twist or pull the power cord. This may damage the cord and cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents. Contact your authorized Rotel dealer and get a new power cord if the cord is damaged.

• Do not put anything heavy, on the unit, or the power cord, as this may cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents.

RR-DV96 Remote Control

Installing the Batteries

The battery compartment is located on the back of the remote control unit.

1 Press down on

the point shown by the arrow at the top of the compartment cover, and pull up the cover.

2 Place two R6P (SUM-3)/

AA(15F) batteries in the remote control according to the polarity markings (“+” and “–”) inside the compartment and on the batteries.

3 Place the cover

over the compartment, and press down lightly.

The batteries will last about six months with normal use. If the functions of the remote control become erratic, replace the batteries.

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Precautions for the Safe Use of Batteries

Observe the following precautions for the safe use of batteries. If they are used improperly their life will be shortened, they may burst or their contents may leak.

• Remove the batteries from the remote control if it will not be used for a long period of time.

• Remove dead batteries and dispose of them properly.

• Never leave dead batteries lying around. Do not take them apart, mix them with other refuse, or throw them into an incinerator.

• Never touch liquid that has leaked out of a battery.

• Do not mix new and old batteries, or batteries of different types.

Programming the RR-DV96 Remote to Control a TV

After it is programmed the RR-DV96 can operate your TV set.

1 Set the TV/DVD switch

2 Press and hold down the TV/VIDEO-CAN-

CEL

button. Then enter the manufacturer code of your TV listed in the following table using the numeric buttons (0 - 9)

. Do not release TV/VIDEO-CANCEL button until the next step is completed. (Example: To enter code “01” press and release the “0” button, then press and release the “1” button.

3 Press the ENTER

the TV/VIDEO-CANCEL button.

to TV.

button, then release

4 Test the program setting by pressing the TV

POWER

button to see if it turns your set on. If there is more than one code listed for the manufacturer of your TV, try them one by one until you succeed.

Manufacturer No. Aiwa 36 Beijing 22 CCE 02 Changhong 34 Daewoo 17, 37 Ferguson 27 Finlux 30 Funai 32 Gradiente 15, 20 Grundig 19 Hitachi 10 ITT 28 Jinxing 38 JVC 01, 23,

Konka 40 LG (Goldstar) 18 Magnavox 02 Mitsubishi 03 Mivar 29

24, 25

Manufacturer No. NEC 20 Noblex 22 Nokia 31 Panasonic 04, 11 Peony 34, 38,

Philco 10, 17,

Philips 02 RCA 05 Samsung 12, 33,

Sanyo 13, 16 Sears 13 Sharp 06 Sony 07 TCL 41 Thomson 26 Toshiba 08, 14 Zenith 09

34, 35

Remote Control TV Operation

When the TV/DVD switch 1is in the TV position the following buttons can be used to control the TV.

TV POWER Turns the TV on or off.

CH+ and CH – Changes the TV channels.

VOL+ and VOL – Adjusts the TV volume.

TV/VIDEO button Switches the TV input between TV and Video.

0 - 10 and (Numeric Buttons) Selects the TV channels. Note: For some TVs, pressing “+10” functions as the “+100”. The “10” button functions as ENTER if your TV requires pressing the ENTER after selecting a channel number.

MUTING button Mutes the TV sound.

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Playable Discs

This unit can play the following types of discs:

DVD Video DVD Audio

Video CD

SVCD Audio CD

The RDV-1050 can also play back the following discs:

• 9.4GB/4.7GB DVD-RAM with no cartridge, recorded with the video recording standard version 1.1.

• 9.4GB/4.7GB DVD-RAM with cartridge but can be removed from the cartridge, recorded with the video recording standard.

• DVD-R/RW discs written in the DVD VIDEO format and finalized.

• DVD-RW (version 1.1) discs written in the VR (Video Recording) format and finalized.

• CD-R and CD-RW discs written in the SVCD, Video CD or Audio CD format and finalized.

• CD-R and CD-RW discs written in MP3 or WMA in accordance with the “ISO 9660” format.

• CD-R and CD-RW discs written in JPEG in accordance with the “ISO 9660” format.

The RDV-1050 can play back audio signals recorded in MIX-MODE CD, CD-G, CD-EXTRA and CD TEXT.

External Remote In

The 3.5mm mini-jack (labeled EXT REM IN) receives command signals from an industry standard infrared receiver. This feature is useful when the unit is installed in a cabinet and the front panel sensor is blocked. Consult your authorized Rotel dealer for information on external receivers and the proper wiring of a jack to fit the mini-jack receptacle.

NOTES: If a disc is dirty, scratched or warped, or has unusual disc or recording characteristics, it may take considerable time for the RDV-1050 to read the disc contents. In some instances the RDV-1050 may not be able to play certain discs.

With some DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs (recorded in VR format), portions such as a part between two programs may not be played back smoothly.

English

DVD-RAM discs created using a personal computer and which do not comply with the video recording standard cannot be played back.

DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs that comply with the CPRM, and on which material that may be copied only once is recorded, cannot be played back. (CPRM is a picture source encryption technology developed to protect copyrights.)

When playing back a DVD-RAM disc of type 2 or type 4, first remove the disc from the cartridge and place it in the disc tray. Take care not to scratch the disc or let it get dirty. After playing back the disc, be sure to return it to its cartridge. (See the instructions supplied with the disc.)

DVD Video Disc Region Codes

All DVD players and DVD discs have a Region Code number. The US version of the RDV-1050 can play DVD discs whose Region Code numbers include the number “1”. The European version can play DVD discs whose region codes include the number “2”. The region code for your unit is indicated on the region code symbol on the rear panel.

Examples of playable DVD discs for a unit with Region Code “1”

Examples of playable DVD discs for a unit with Region Code “2”

NOTE: With some DVD and Video CD discs, you may not be able to control them according to the instructions described in this manual, because of the contents of the disc.

The European version of the RDV-1050 accommodates the PAL system, and also can play back discs recorded with the NTSC system if its Region Code numbers include “2.” Note that the NTSC video signal on a disc is converted to a PAL signal and output.

Unplayable Discs

The RDV-1050 does not play back discs listed

If you try to play back these

below.

discs, noise may generate causing damage to speakers.

• 2.6GB/5.2GB DVD-RAM, cartridge type 1 DVD-RAM, version 1.0 DVD-RW (recorded only in the VR format), DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, PHOTO CD, SACD

In addition, the RDV-1050 does not play:

• Unfinalized discs

• Discs of irregular shape or discs with tape, seals or adhesives on either the label side or playback side.

discs may damage the RDV-1050.

Playing back these

Digital Audio Formats

The RDV-1050 supports the following digital audio formats (see the Glossary for descriptions of each audio format):

Linear PCM, MPEG Multichannel, Dolby Digital, DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

NOTE: Depending on the Digital Audio Output setting of the RDV-1050, digital audio signals may not be output as they are recorded on the disc. See Digital Audio Output section of this manual for details.

Notes on Discs

• With some DVD VIDEO discs, the RDV-1050 starts playback automatically after inserting the disc.

• The image may be sometimes poor or noisy due to defects in the disc itself.

• With some discs, operations described in this manual may not be possible.

Disc Care and Handling

Proper handling and storage of discs is very important. If a disc gets dirty, dusty, scratched or warped, playback, sound and picture will be adversely affected.

Handling

• To avoid damage do not touch the surface of the disc.

• Do not apply labels or use any adhesive on either the label side or playback side.

Storing discs

• Keep discs in their cases. If discs are piled on top of one another without their protective cases, they can be damaged.

• Do not put discs where they may be exposed to direct sunlight, or high temperatures or humidity. Avoid leaving discs in a car!

Cleaning discs

• Wipe with a soft dry cloth, moving from the center outwards. If a disc is difficult to clean, wipe with a cloth moistened with water.

• Never use record cleaners, petrol, alcohol or any anti-static agents.

NOTES ON COPYRIGHT: Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from DVD VIDEO, SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD, MP3, WMA and JPEG discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.

Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

The US version of the RDV-1050 accommodates the NTSC system, and also can play back discs recorded with the PAL system if its Region Code numbers include “1.” Note that the PAL video signal on a disc is converted to a NTSC signal and output.

RDV-1050 DVD Player

Getting Started

Turning On the RDV-1050

With the TV/DVD switch 1set to DVD, press

the DVD POWER button Or press the STANDBY panel. The display window will light indicating the RDV-1050 is “on”. The STANDBY indicator is always lit when the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.

The opening display appears on the TV screen.

The following messages may appear at the bottom of the opening display.

• NOW READING (The RDV-1050 is reading the disc information.)

• REGION CODE ERROR! (The region code of the DVD VIDEO disc does not match the RDV-1050. The disc cannot be played.)

• OPEN

• CLOSE

• NO DISC

NOTE: Even if you turn off the RDV-1050 it is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet. This state is called standby mode. In this state, the unit consumes a very small amount of power.

on the RR-DV96.

button on the front

Initial Setup

When you turn on the RDV-1050 for the first time, the following message appears on the TV screen.

EXECUTE DVD PLAYER SETUP?

BASIC PICTURE/AUDIO SETTING

YES - PRESS ENTER NO - CANCEL

You can set the display language, TV monitor type and digital output before using the RDV-1050, by using the following procedures.

1 Press ENTER

PLAYER SET UP display appears. The pulldown menu of the ON SCREEN LANGUAGE is already open.

ON SCREEN LANGUAGE options

2 Press /

language. You can select the on-screen language for the preference displays, etc. from among ENGLISH, FRENCH and GERMAN.

3 Press ENTER. The second page is shown.

The pull-down menu for the MONITOR TYPE is already open.

. The first page of the DVD

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to select the desired

5 Press ENTER. The third page is shown, in

which the pull-down menu of the ANALOG OUT is already open.

6 Press /to select a desired analog output

signal type. Set this item correctly when you play back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded with surround multichannel audio.

• When connecting to a surround decoder, select 2-CH DOLBY SURROUND.

• When connecting to a stereo amplifier/receiver or TV, select 2-CH STEREO.

• When connecting the unit’s 5.1-channel output, select MULTI CHANNEL. Note that you can perform fine tuning for your speakers when MULTI CHANNEL is selected.

7 Press ENTER. The third page is shown. The

pull-down menu of the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT is already open.

NOTE – Invalid Operation Icon:

With some discs the RDV-1050 may not be able to perform certain operations. For example, some discs may not allow rapid advance/reverse or slow motion playback. When you press a remote control or front panel button if the RDV-1050 cannot perform the operation the tion icon appears on your TV screen. Operations are occasionally unacceptable even if it is not displayed.

Invalid Opera-

4 Press / to select the desired monitor

type. For a normal (conventional) TV, select 4:3 LB or 4:3 PS. For a wide-screen TV, select 16:9 NORMAL or 16:9 AUTO.

8 Press / to select a desired digital out-

put signal type. If you connect the RDV-1050 to an external surround decoder or D/A converter set this as needed.

• When connecting to a Dolby Digital decoder, select DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM.

• When connecting to a DTS decoder, select STREAM/PCM.

• When connecting to other digital devices, select PCM ONLY.

9 Press ENTER. The TV screen returns to the

opening display.

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